Earnhardt’s comments come the morning after dozens of NFL players demonstrated during the national anthem before their games, either by sitting, kneeling, standing with interlocked arms or even choosing to remain in the locker room.

A surge in the number of players protesting came after comments at a Friday rally by President Donald Trump in Alabama, where he advocated for the firing of athletes who disrespect the anthem and American flag.

Earnhardt’s stance comes in contrast to NASCAR team owners, many of whom agreed with the president, saying they wouldn’t tolerate any of their drivers, crew or other team members protesting during the anthem.

Trump thanked NASCAR and its fans Monday morning for their supportive stance.

“So proud of NASCAR and its supporters and fans. They won't put up with disrespecting our Country or our Flag,” Trump tweeted Monday.

So proud of NASCAR and its supporters and fans. They won't put up with disrespecting our Country or our Flag - they said it loud and clear!